I need a big truck. I can hardly drive anymore because there are so many road raging nut jobs around here. I had a dream last night that I had a 1993 F-350 with a dump body.
Time to plot a move to the Netherlands! Want to become a dyke mechanic?
Quote from: Laconian on February 09, 2023, 11:42:04 AM
Time to plot a move to the Netherlands! Want to become a dyke mechanic?
I have no problem with dykes.
I just found out that Connecticut doesn't even require a drivers education as long as you drive a year with your permit and then take a drug and alcohol course. God damn, this fucking country is fucked.
I feel you. My neighbor's dog ran into my garage and nipped my ankle (enough to break the skin) today so I had to get my tetanus booster this afternoon.
I really like this truck
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/449416357300710/?mibextid=6ojiHh
I also like this one, but it may not fit in my driveway
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3491847284381991/?mibextid=6ojiHh
People are shit all over.
Anyway, I've been perusing CL for a while, and Dodge trucks/SUVs seem to be the best deals (non diesel). Yes, Mopar truck product was a distant third behind GM and Ford, but that also means they were late to the show with stuff that is a PITA to fix as it ages, such as IFS and F/I. Have owned a few - I'd avoid the full time transfer cases and removable tops (Ramchargers, Trail Duster), which went away by 1980 - IMO I'd target 1980 - 1985. I will say however, the price on that F350 seems shockingly low if it runs and drives properly.
Poverty spec Ramcharger would be pretty cool:
(https://cdn.dealeraccelerate.com/worldwide/1/1917/73917/790x1024/1984-dodge-ramcharger)
This van is all I can afford. No reply from this joker.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/529698102307091/?mibextid=6ojiHh
Quote from: GoCougs on February 09, 2023, 07:55:36 PM
Poverty spec Ramcharger would be pretty cool:
(https://cdn.dealeraccelerate.com/worldwide/1/1917/73917/790x1024/1984-dodge-ramcharger)
Ha, those are very cool. The local gas station in the town I grew up in has one of those (same year too) as a runabout car that's been used my whole life, and continues to be used.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on February 09, 2023, 04:23:50 PM
I just found out that Connecticut doesn't even require a drivers education as long as you drive a year with your permit and then take a drug and alcohol course. God damn, this fucking country is fucked.
I wasn't aware any state required such a thing. I certainly wasn't required to take any courses when I got my drivers license, and my youngest brother learned to drive by us (me and my older brothers) teaching him in a parking lot. I thought that was how most people learned to drive.
Of course you have to pass the driving test as well.
^Yeah I never took drivers ed
I took a 3-day course to get a class A CDL. I thought it was bullshit, but I needed a job.
I'm pretty sure in Connecticut for a teenager under 18 to get a drivers license, you need to have driving instruction for at least 8 hrs in high school or a commercial driving school. Usually they get many hours of classroom instruction as well (which can be done by zoom). There are a lot of restrictions on who the teenager can have in their car and what hours they can drive until they reach 18.
For adults getting their first time drivers license, they also need 8 hrs of instruction from a commercial driving school (unless you have a license from another state or country).
https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/teen-drivers-license?language=en_US
https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/get-learners-permit/adult-learners-permit?language=en_US
Quote from: veeman on February 10, 2023, 08:39:41 PM
I'm pretty sure in Connecticut for a teenager under 18 to get a drivers license, you need to have driving instruction for at least 8 hrs in high school or a commercial driving school. Usually they get many hours of classroom instruction as well (which can be done by zoom). There are a lot of restrictions on who the teenager can have in their car and what hours they can drive until they reach 18.
For adults getting their first time drivers license, they also need 8 hrs of instruction from a commercial driving school (unless you have a license from another state or country).
https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/teen-drivers-license?language=en_US
https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/get-learners-permit/adult-learners-permit?language=en_US
Maybe I was wrong. It was just hearsay.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on February 10, 2023, 08:53:44 PM
Maybe I was wrong. It was just hearsay.
Well people still suck at driving :lol:
I'm a little bit familiar with this because my daughter just got her learner's permit.
I found an F350 V10 5-speed. I should trade my soul for it.
6-door dually that I can't afford. Trade for sexual favors?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3423200674632214/?mibextid=6ojiHh
Whoah. Didn't know a 6-door was a thing.
I might be able to get a cab over Hino for cheap, but it's been sitting 2 years now
Quote from: giant_mtb on February 13, 2023, 07:07:16 AM
Whoah. Didn't know a 6-door was a thing.
Custom built.
I've seen a few, usually at car shows.
Is this big truck?
https://www.fullthrottlect.com/2008-Honda-Ridgeline-East-Windsor-CT-Hartford/used_car/JK%5bZ%5dlxlFq8%3d
I can't bring myself to finance anything anymore. I hate it.
Quote from: CaminoRacer on February 13, 2023, 09:55:40 AM
Custom built.
I've seen a few, usually at car shows.
Oh. Makes sense.
I would be much happier with a Civic
https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=667561182&
trade Cherokee for Grand Cherokee
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/rMD7xgBp/1996-jeep-grand-cherokee-limited-4x4
edit: wow it jumped from $100 to $5500 quick
Quote from: CaminoRacer on February 13, 2023, 01:32:44 PM
trade Cherokee for Grand Cherokee
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/rMD7xgBp/1996-jeep-grand-cherokee-limited-4x4
edit: wow it jumped from $100 to $5500 quick
I changed my mind again. I just need to lower expectations, while increasing agility. I should trade SAVAGE for a scooter.
Piaggio Liberty S 150. It must be Italian!
Fuel injected, 60 MPH and >90 MPG. I'll trade in savage.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on February 13, 2023, 04:37:56 PM
Piaggio Liberty S 150. It must be Italian!
Fuel injected, 60 MPH and >90 MPG. I'll trade in savage.
This will Not help your traffic anxiety problem.
Quote from: Soup DeVille on February 13, 2023, 05:25:02 PM
This will Not help your traffic anxiety problem.
I'll just ride on the sidewalks
IDK WTF I'm doing, but I looked at a 2010 F150 and applied for financing.
2008 Tundra 5.7 130K 4wd single cab
or
2010 F150 4.6 3v 74K 4wd extendo cab
I wish the Tundra was extended cab
Probably buying one tomorrow
Tundra in a heart beat.
Quote from: MrH on February 24, 2023, 08:21:56 AM
Tundra in a heart beat.
Done
(https://i.postimg.cc/VkNXwF6k/BD7381-F4-27-C0-465-C-A2-B1-3592465-A5108.jpg)
Nice
Little rusty bumpers, but most of it is pretty clean. The single cab actually has a butt load of room behind the seats.
Single cabs will always be cooler.
Looks like a good truck
Quote from: Soup DeVille on February 24, 2023, 11:33:01 AM
Single cabs will always be cooler.
I only need two seats and dog room. This has that.
Quote from: CaminoRacer on February 24, 2023, 11:37:06 AM
Looks like a good truck
It's big truck. Everything is big. Big body, big engine, big knobs.
Congratulations! Now you can get to wrenching on it to bring it up to unparalleled goodness.
:cheers:
Quote from: Morris Minor on February 24, 2023, 01:44:03 PM
Congratulations! Now you can get to wrenching on it to bring it up to unparalleled goodness.
:cheers:
I didn't buy it for a project! :lol:
Jeep for sale. $2500. With Carspin discount, $69.
Fast fact: Tundra will be the second fastest 4-wheeler I've ever owned. SRT-4 is still #1.
Insurance only went up $73/mo for full coverage on rocket truck.
I'm curious how the trucks compared? The Tundra has twice the miles versus the Ford, but did it feel to be the case?
Quote from: Laconian on February 24, 2023, 06:16:47 PM
I'm curious how the trucks compared? The Tundra has twice the miles versus the Ford, but did it feel to be the case?
Tundra was basically better in every way except the annoying throttle response and squishy brakes. I swear it's just a Toyota thing. I'll get used to it.
Aggressive tip-in?
Quote from: Laconian on February 24, 2023, 06:22:47 PM
Aggressive tip-in?
Yes, and with all the power on tap, combined with a rough ride, it is hard to be smooth.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on February 24, 2023, 06:28:15 PM
Yes, and with all the power on tap, combined with a rough ride, it is hard to be smooth.
It's DBW, right? Can you remap the throttle input curve?
The throttle tip in is my #1 complaint with every Toyota I've ever driven.
Quote from: Laconian on February 24, 2023, 06:33:01 PM
It's DBW, right? Can you remap the throttle input curve?
There are several ECU tuning options, so probably.
Quote from: CaminoRacer on February 24, 2023, 07:01:00 PM
The throttle tip in is my #1 complaint with every Toyota I've ever driven.
Lol, my 1990 Camry didn't make enough power to even think about bamboozling you.
Quote from: CaminoRacer on February 24, 2023, 07:01:00 PM
The throttle tip in is my #1 complaint with every Toyota I've ever driven.
+1
Quote from: Laconian on February 24, 2023, 07:20:28 PM
Lol, my 1990 Camry didn't make enough power to even think about bamboozling you.
The 1988 and 1989 Tercels that I've driven only had throttles, and no response.
One of Toyota's best abilities is taking 4-piston calipers and making them feel like dog shit in a paper bag.
I can't pickip my pickup until Tuesday, because DMV things. I already found $800 in stuff I need to put into it.
:clap:
Quote from: CaminoRacer on February 24, 2023, 07:01:00 PM
The throttle tip in is my #1 complaint with every Toyota I've ever driven.
The 4-cylinder Camry I rented last summer had the same aggressive throttle tip-in.
Congratulations!
The throttle tip in of my former 2006 V6 RAV4 made me feel like I was driving a manual stick shift in a very shitty way. Interesting that Lexus usually doesn't have this problem AFAIK.
I was supposed to take delivery today, but the DMV is closed due to the storm, so they probably can't do the thing.
So far I have seat covers, fitted floor mats, and a set of solid lug nuts. Don't have the truck, yet.
Damn it, I'll have to do a whole stereo system.
When do the Yosemite Sam Back Off ™ floor mats coming in?
Quote from: MrH on March 01, 2023, 07:29:39 AM
When do the Yosemite Sam Back Off ™ floor mats coming in?
Mud flaps? Need those, too
One if the actual things I'm going to do is undercoat with Fluid Film. It's a little rusty, and I want it to stay just a little.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on March 01, 2023, 07:43:35 AM
Mud flaps? Need those, too
Yeah, meant mud flaps. But matching floor mats would be sick too
Quote from: MrH on March 01, 2023, 08:06:17 AM
Yeah, meant mud flaps. But matching floor mats would be sick too
Naw, I got fitted Husky liners already.
After I sell Jeep, I'll use all money to buy giant bumpers for TUNDRA
(https://i.postimg.cc/NGTWdQ8P/TU3923.jpg)
https://www.extremeterrain.com/ranch-hand-tundra-summit-front-bumper-fst07hbl1.html
(https://i.postimg.cc/Pq9RM7Cj/TU3915.webp)
https://www.extremeterrain.com/ranch-hand-tundra-sport-rear-bumper-sbt071bll.html
Not a joke
Finally took delivery and took a ride on the highway. The Jeep is an ancient design and tiring to drive long distances. TUNDRA is a luxurious Q-ship in comparison. Pick a speed and go it. Sit back and enjoy.
Glad you finally have it. Having reliable wheels is one less stress point.
Quote from: Morris Minor on March 18, 2023, 01:29:51 PM
Glad you finally have it. Having reliable wheels is one less stress point.
Reliable, safe, comfortable, capable, TUNDRA.
You need to tell us what TUNDRA is an acronym for.
Quote from: MrH on March 19, 2023, 08:25:34 AM
You need to tell us what TUNDRA is an acronym for.
Truck Ultrawideband Never-say-die Daddy Rottweiler Awesome
Totally UnNecessary Derivative Redneck Automobile
Quote from: Soup DeVille on March 19, 2023, 01:22:28 PM
Totally UnNecessary Derivative Redneck Automobile
:cry:
The Undead Never Die Racing Again
The
Unrelenting
Nightmare of
Douchebags
Road-raging
Around
Quote from: Soup DeVille on March 19, 2023, 06:56:04 PM
That was mean.
I drive a 4Runner. I can't talk.
At least it's not a Sequoia.
Quote from: CaminoRacer on March 19, 2023, 06:57:09 PM
The
Unrelenting
Nightmare of
Douchebags
Road-raging
Around
Pretty much. Just bounce off thr huge plate steel bumpers that I'm going to get.
The spec sheet for my truck says it has a standard LSD rear end. There is a dash light for Auto LSD. I don't know much about Toyoter rear ends. I guess I should find out.
Under 31 MPH in 2WD, press the button to disable traction/stability control. The activates Auto LSD. Far out, man.
Yeah, they stopped using mechanical LSDs and now everything's an open diff with ABS to act like an LSD (which is the Auto LSD).
My '05 had a mechanical LSD. But no more. They can use the same (open) diff on all the trucks, fake an LSD with ABS, and the open diffs are also lockable if that's an option on your truck....saves them money so they can put the same diff/axle in every truck.
Press/hold the traction button and it will disable all the traction/stability control and you can whip shitties.
Quote from: giant_mtb on March 21, 2023, 07:20:30 PM
Yeah, they stopped using mechanical LSDs and now everything's an open diff with ABS to act like an LSD (which is the Auto LSD).
My '05 had a mechanical LSD. But no more. They can use the same (open) diff on all the trucks, fake an LSD with ABS, and the open diffs are also lockable if that's an option on your truck....saves them money so they can put the same diff in every truck.
Press/hold the traction button and it will disable all the traction/stability control and you can whip shitties.
Yeah, I ain't whippin no shitties on these $300 Michelins. I'd rather burn up brake pads using the Magic LSD.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on March 21, 2023, 07:25:55 PM
Yeah, I ain't whippin no shitties on these $300 Michelins. I'd rather burn up brake pads using the Magic LSD.
I personally hate the Auto LSD. Because it can't be enabled without the rest of the nannies on. It's basically a habit to me to press/hold that button so I can dance corners in the winter.
The guy who bought my '05 Taco got a locker rear axle for it (since they're different assemblies)...the non-lockers were mechanical LSD, while the lockers were open diffs with lockers. Apparently the two are not interchamheable.
I don't plan on doing much off roading, anyway. I just want to drive through the occasional snow or Tesla.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on March 21, 2023, 08:09:59 PM
I don't plan on doing much off roading, anyway. I just want to drive through the occasional snow or Tesla.
Put her 4Hi and press/hold the traction button that turns everything else off and you'll be fine, since then it'll let you spin tires.
This throttle response is still annoying. I can't keep it steady over bumps. It needs a heavier spring or something.
C&D reviewed what is essentially my truck, but mine is a standard cab.
https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15147032/2007-toyota-tundra-4x4-double-cab-sr5-57l-v-8-long-term-road-test/
I'm surprised I didn't see anything about the touchy throttle. Maybe I just don't know how to drive. I don't feel like spending $300 on a Pedal Commander, but it exists.
I must just be used to it. I've never felt it to be overly sensitive, and I've driven a lotta different Toyotas...though I do generally drive with a pretty light foot as it is.
I drive a lot of cars for my job, and none of them are this bad. TUNDRA just has so much torque off idle, and the ride is rough enough on these crappy roads that I have a hard time keeping my foot steady. I've been using the big toe to take off smoothly.
I just put in Husky Liners floor mats, and I swear they help smooth out the throttle. :lol:
I don't know why I'm looking at wheels, but these are so ridiculous that I like them:
(https://realtruck.com/production/vision-grey-tactical-wheels-01/r/390x293/fff/80/393da22633d53c4a4c97861a774f920d.jpg)
(https://realtruck.com/production/black-rhino-machined-matte-black-shredder-wheels-01/r/390x293/fff/80/c31ecaa0f09b49e86dd9470805f6716b.jpg)
(https://realtruck.com/production/8119-black-rhino-black-arsenal-wheels/r/390x293/fff/80/7da2c6b7fd026ba4458b68bb640981c0.jpg)
TUNDRA feels like a tall personal luxury coupe. It eats up highway miles like nothing, as long as I feed it plenty of gasoline.
Get some really tiny truck nutz to hang so your truck looks bigger
Quote from: r0tor on March 27, 2023, 04:13:08 PM
Get some really tiny truck nutz to hang so your truck looks bigger
Yo, this thing is already massive. Everything about it is jumbo sized. I feel inadequate standing next to it.
It happened already. Someone had to borrow my truck because it's a truck.
Oh, and he complained about the touchy throttle response.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on April 16, 2023, 06:22:14 PM
Oh, and he complained about the touchy throttle response.
TOYOTA
Quote from: CaminoRacer on April 16, 2023, 07:02:14 PM
TOYOTA
:muffin:
I'm used to it now, but it took a few weeks.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on April 16, 2023, 07:05:38 PM
:muffin:
I'm used to it now, but it took a few weeks.
I drove my Sienna 4 years and hated that stupid twitchy throttle the whole time.
Quote from: AutobahnSHO on April 16, 2023, 08:01:01 PM
I drove my Sienna 4 years and hated that stupid twitchy throttle the whole time.
Big toe :lol:
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on April 17, 2023, 03:07:57 PM
Big toe :lol:
(https://media.tenor.com/waoDMP4CnOEAAAAC/spongebob-big-toe.gif)
ANY time in Sienna we had the wheel turned at a stop light or sign, or if there was a little sand or dirt on the roadway meant 50/50 one wheel was going to spin.
Quote from: AutobahnSHO on April 17, 2023, 05:42:44 PM
ANY time in Sienna we had the wheel turned at a stop light or sign, or if there was a little sand or dirt on the roadway meant 50/50 one wheel was going to spin.
Imagine the same throttle response with 381 HP in a RWD pickup. TUNDRA's traction control is operated regularly, and I really don't mean to. :lol:
So I removed the tailpipe. The flange behind the muffler was just rusty enough to be loose. Now it just dumps in front of the axle. Still quiet. Maybe I'll just leave it like this.
It's weird that TUNDRA still feels like a rented appliance. I love it, though.
The understeer is real. Maybe I'm crazy, but I want to try a big rear swar bar. My poor front tires.
IMG_0839.jpg
Oh wow, TuRD even makes one. I'll add it to my list.
https://www.sparksparts.com/oem-parts/toyota-trd-rear-sway-bar-ptr1134070
How hard are you driving that damn thing :lol:
Quote from: SVT_Power on June 04, 2023, 09:52:59 PMHow hard are you driving that damn thing :lol:
It is my right as an American to use all 381 horse power whenever I want.
Surprised that's enough to move TUNDRA with you in it... :lol:
TUNDRA will soon be commuting 60 miles/day for the foreseeable future. It just got some bright ass LED reverse lights, and some dim ass amber plate lights. Last week I did front and rear differential oils. Spark plugs and transmission fluid coming soon. Transfer case oil, too. It is the same as the diffs, but I ran out.
I can't afford to upgrayyed the stereo, yet. I have a $500 Pioneer picked out, and I don't want to settle for a cheepo garbage. I'll be filling up the 6-disc CD changer with classics.
Quote from: SVT_Power on June 06, 2023, 09:11:57 PMSurprised that's enough to move TUNDRA with you in it... :lol:
Blow it out your ass. :lol:
Was bored at work, so I installed an air horn on TUNDRA. HONK!
I love my turd
IMG_0866.jpg
That gen looks great in RCSB form. Haven't seen a newer-gen RCSB Tundra yet. Gotta wait for the next generation of old people to buy one.
I changed the spork plugs today. One plug hole had some oil in it. I guess I have to do valve cover gaskets. I mean, that was the only oil leak anywhere on the engine. I coated the coil with dielectric grease to displace any oil intrusion for a while. It wasn't misfiring, anyway.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on March 01, 2023, 07:49:42 AMOne if the actual things I'm going to do is undercoat with Fluid Film. It's a little rusty, and I want it to stay just a little.
Fluid Film is balls. If you can do it yourself, get NH oil or B'laster surface shield. They last WAY longer. And they don't smell like balls.
Quote from: Submariner on June 22, 2023, 04:10:35 PMFluid Film is balls. If you can do it yourself, get NH oil or B'laster surface shield. They last WAY longer. And they don't smell like balls.
It turns out that the dealer undercoated it as part of their pre-delivery service. They didn't even charge me for it. It looks just like black Fluid Film. I'll have it recoated again before winter. Places around here do it for around $200.
I did Fluid Film (black) on Taco last fall. I have mixed feelings. It lasted through winter. But now my frame and everything else I sprayed (rear axle, a-arms, etc) is permanently coated in dust because it's sticky stuff and I drive a lot of dirt roads. No more brand new black frame look, basically rendering the "black" part of the FF moot.
I imagine that's pretty much just par for the course with any spray coating meant to stick/hold on...it's gonna attract and hold dirt/dust. If it keeps the rust away...IDGAF in the long run.
Quote from: giant_mtb on June 22, 2023, 04:47:06 PMI did Fluid Film (black) on Taco last fall. I have mixed feelings. It lasted through winter. But now my frame and everything else I sprayed (rear axle, a-arms, etc) is permanently coated in dust because it's sticky stuff and I drive a lot of dirt roads. No more brand new black frame look, basically rendering the "black" part of the FF moot.
I imagine that's pretty much just par for the course with any spray coating meant to stick/hold on...it's gonna attract and hold dirt/dust. If it keeps the rust away...IDGAF in the long run.
I intend to never drive TUNDRA on dirt roads, or off road. :lol:
Heck, when I installed a new antenna grommet in the fender, I pulled a at least a gallon of packed dirt from behind the fender liner. Eww. Truck needs to stay clean.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on June 22, 2023, 04:19:25 PMIt turns out that the dealer undercoated it as part of their pre-delivery service. They didn't even charge me for it. It looks just like black Fluid Film. I'll have it recoated again before winter. Places around here do it for around $200.
There's a place in Manchester that does NH oil and has a good reputation...not sure how far that is for you but it's worth looking into. The do chassis and cavity sprays.
Quote from: giant_mtb on June 22, 2023, 04:47:06 PMI did Fluid Film (black) on Taco last fall. I have mixed feelings. It lasted through winter. But now my frame and everything else I sprayed (rear axle, a-arms, etc) is permanently coated in dust because it's sticky stuff and I drive a lot of dirt roads. No more brand new black frame look, basically rendering the "black" part of the FF moot.
I imagine that's pretty much just par for the course with any spray coating meant to stick/hold on...it's gonna attract and hold dirt/dust. If it keeps the rust away...IDGAF in the long run.
Yeah, that's the downside with any kind of oil/grease spray. But the dust/dirt it attracts also helps protect the grease against road spray.
Waxy coverings end up semi-dry and don't collect dust and dirt like oils do. Some people love waxy coatings because of their durability, others claim that because it's not an oil, it doesn't creep and can actually trap, rather than expel, moisture. My guess is a thick oil/grease coating in cavities + something like coal tar paint (with a nice layer of satin top coat for aesthetics) on the chassis is the best way to go.
I did a B'laster coating myself on my G. It's been a year and it's still thick and tacky save for one or two small areas that I had to touch up (which I may have just missed in the initial treatment).
Quote from: Submariner on June 22, 2023, 05:59:49 PMThere's a place in Manchester that does NH oil and has a good reputation...not sure how far that is for you but it's worth looking into. The do chassis and cavity sprays.
I've seen NH oil around. Manchester is a few hours away, but not out of the question. New England is basically one big state, unless you're carrying a gun. :lol:
Where are you in CT again?
Quote from: Submariner on June 22, 2023, 06:10:25 PMWhere are you in CT again?
Colchester, a little uppity town in the middle of nowhere.
I know exactly where that is. And it's only 30ish minutes from Manchester.
Quote from: Submariner on June 22, 2023, 06:19:13 PMI know exactly where that is. And it's only 30ish minutes from Manchester.
For some reason, I thought you were talking about Manchester, NH. I guess because it's NH Oil.
Manchester, CT isn't far all.
Ahh okay that makes sense.
WTF is the burnout video???
Quote from: GoCougs on June 22, 2023, 09:04:59 PMWTF is the burnout video???
Man, these tires are $300 a piece. :lol:
I replaced all my tire valve stems today. Old TPMS sensors were corroded and leaking. I don't need no stinking light on my dash telling me a tire is low.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on June 28, 2023, 12:51:57 PMI replaced all my tire valve stems today. Old TPMS sensors were corroded and leaking. I don't need no stinking light on my dash telling me a tire is low.
We have a perpetual tpms light on Odyssey...
Quote from: AutobahnSHO on June 29, 2023, 04:14:42 AMWe have a perpetual tpms light on Odyssey...
I like the flashing light. It feels like a space ship.
DANGER TO THE MANIFOLD!
Quote from: CaminoRacer on June 29, 2023, 12:52:07 PMDANGER TO THE MANIFOLD!
Damn, my floor board is fucked
Quote from: FoMoJo on June 29, 2023, 01:06:10 PMShoulda got the F150.
Man, I don't know if I ever want to own another Ford.
I just want Tundras.
Big ones.
Bigger ones.
Fast ones.
Faster ones.
Tundras.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on June 29, 2023, 01:08:36 PMMan, I don't know if I ever want to own another Ford.
I just want Tundras.
Big ones.
Bigger ones.
Fast ones.
Faster ones.
Tundras.
How about a RAM?
Quote from: FoMoJo on June 29, 2023, 01:10:18 PMHow about a RAM?
Nope. I don't like how FCA handles quality issues.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on June 29, 2023, 01:35:08 PMNope. I don't like how FCA handles quality issues.
Likely better than Toyota. They usually just blame the customer.
Quote from: FoMoJo on June 29, 2023, 01:59:03 PMLikely better than Toyota. They usually just blame the customer.
Customers are idiots. I am so glad to be leaving the auto repair business.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on June 29, 2023, 02:05:06 PMCustomers are idiots. I am so glad to be leaving the auto repair business.
Perhaps you mentioned, but what is your new job about?
Quote from: FoMoJo on June 29, 2023, 02:09:58 PMPerhaps you mentioned, but what is your new job about?
Building electric boats for the Navy.
Quote from: FoMoJo on June 29, 2023, 02:42:45 PMSounds complicated.
I imagine they will just have me machine a part to spec, but I won't really know what it is.
Quote from: FoMoJo on June 29, 2023, 01:59:03 PMLikely better than Toyota. They usually just blame the customer.
But a Toyota won't have quality issues the minute it leaves the dealer lot. :devil:
Quote from: giant_mtb on June 29, 2023, 03:41:25 PMBut a Toyota won't have quality issues the minute it leaves the dealer lot. :devil:
Sorry, but I'm still bugged about the '65 Toyota Corona, with "Toyoglide", that woke me up every morning around 6:00am grinding its starter motor for about 10 minutes before it started, directly below my bedroom window in the apartment I lived in back then.
The second gen Tundra was leagues beyond Detroit in reliability. F-150 was a disaster with 5.4L and then the Ecoboost and RAM was abysmal across the board. GM (distant) second to Toyota. The third gen Tundra now has tons of issues though. Not good. Same with the new 3/4- and 1-ton GM and Fords, esp. the joint 10-speed AT. Ford still can't build diesels. Cringe that after all these years no full-size pickup maker can get it consistently correct despite the exorbitant cost (Toyota is by far the closest though).
Quote from: FoMoJo on June 29, 2023, 06:23:46 PMSorry, but I'm still bugged about the '65 Toyota Corona, with "Toyoglide", that woke me up every morning around 6:00am grinding its starter motor for about 10 minutes before it started, directly below my bedroom window in the apartment I lived in back then.
Fair enough. Granted, that's quite an old grudge to hold given current standards (FCA being among the worst). But I get it...once a brand is tainted, it's tainted forever in one's mind.
Quote from: GoCougs on June 29, 2023, 06:38:37 PMThe second gen Tundra was leagues beyond Detroit in reliability. F-150 was a disaster with 5.4L and then the Ecoboost and RAM was abysmal across the board. GM (distant) second to Toyota. The third gen Tundra now has tons of issues though. Not good. Same with the new 3/4- and 1-ton GM and Fords, esp. the joint 10-speed AT. Ford still can't build diesels. Cringe that after all these years no full-size pickup maker can get it consistently correct despite the exorbitant cost (Toyota is by far the closest though).
It's astonishing how badly RAM's rust out. Every RAM I see has severe rot around the rear wheel wheels and the sheetmetal underneath the doors.
Quote from: Submariner on July 02, 2023, 12:25:20 PMIt's astonishing how badly RAM's rust out. Every RAM I see has severe rot around the rear wheel wheels and the sheetmetal underneath the doors.
MOPARs have been the rustiest of the three for many many decades.
Also of note, GM to this day still simply only waxes its full-size truck frames, and does not coat or paint them despite selling 750,000+ trucks a year at an average price of $60k (that's $45B!) - see timestamp 4:11:
For about $4000, there is a place that will sandblast the rust off of your undercarriage, clean, etch, and coat it with POR-15. Not sure if TUNDRA is worth that. I mean, I love it, but I think I'll stick with covering the rust with yearly $300 undercoatings.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on July 02, 2023, 02:40:04 PMFor about $4000, there is a place that will sandblast the rust off of your undercarriage, clean, etch, and coat it with POR-15. Not sure if TUNDRA is worth that. I mean, I love it, but I think I'll stick with covering the rust with yearly $300 undercoatings.
I think I know what place you're talking about. It is a bit steep IMO, especially considering how delicate POR is (you really need to give the POR a few topcoats of enamel, otherwise the POR will decompose pretty quickly).
Is there any way you can gain access to your old shop bay for a few hours? You can probably remove the large majority of rust with some wire attachments and a drill (or air tools). For the interior of the frame, use Eastwood Internal Frame Coating. For all exposed surfaces, either use some rust converter followed up with a few coats of satin enamel or some B'laster Surface Shield or Lucas Red n' Tacky.
If you have access to an air compressor you can spray Red n' Tacky on with a grease gun - Red n' Tacky will last forever...just be sure to tarp off all sides of the vehicle or the shop will be covered in a fine mist of grease.
Quote from: Submariner on July 02, 2023, 04:25:37 PMI think I know what place you're talking about. It is a bit steep IMO, especially considering how delicate POR is (you really need to give the POR a few topcoats of enamel, otherwise the POR will decompose pretty quickly).
Is there any way you can gain access to your old shop bay for a few hours? You can probably remove the large majority of rust with some wire attachments and a drill (or air tools). For the interior of the frame, use Eastwood Internal Frame Coating. For all exposed surfaces, either use some rust converter followed up with a few coats of satin enamel or some B'laster Surface Shield or Lucas Red n' Tacky.
If you have access to an air compressor you can spray Red n' Tacky on with a grease gun - Red n' Tacky will last forever...just be sure to tarp off all sides of the vehicle or the shop will be covered in a fine mist of grease.
The dealer actually undercoated it before I took delivery, so it has a thick black coating of something. The good part was I got to see the rust before I bought it, so I know what to keep an eye on.
That's good. If you ever get a chance, ask them what they used. I'm curious.
Quote from: Submariner on July 02, 2023, 04:51:55 PMThat's good. If you ever get a chance, ask them what they used. I'm curious.
They didn't tell me, but I think it's Fluid Film.
balls
I was poking around underneath while changing the t-case oil, and I found some rot in the bed behind the rear wheels. Looks like that bedliner is staying in there. :lol:
I need this Iron Bull bumper
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Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on July 23, 2023, 05:33:50 PMI need this Iron Bull bumper
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destroy the lower frame in a collision while paying more at the gas pump?....
Quote from: AutobahnSHO on July 24, 2023, 05:34:29 PMdestroy the lower frame in a collision while paying more at the gas pump?....
You ever hit a deer?
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on July 24, 2023, 05:59:37 PMYou ever hit a deer?
not personally.
There was this family back home that the one kid would hit one every 6 months in the family station wagon. No one else in the family driving the same roads ever had issues. But he tagged at least 3 of them LOL
13.9 MPG commuting for 4 days.
I got all the drivetrain fluids changed, 0W-20 engine oil, fresh filters, Denso laser iridium sperk plugs, tires at 38 PSI, and no special driving. I got to let that V8 stretch its legs sometimes, man.
I'm going to try driving like an eco-dick on this fill-up. Shooting for 14.0 MPG
Is 0W-20 the stock weight?
Quote from: CaminoRacer on August 01, 2023, 03:19:57 PMIs 0W-20 the stock weight?
Yes. Since it seems to have great oil pressure and doesn't consume a noticeable amount, I'll stick with it. I don't do any real truck stuff, either.
Nice. I would have expected 5W-30 or something since it's a truck.
Quote from: CaminoRacer on August 01, 2023, 03:36:17 PMNice. I would have expected 5W-30 or something since it's a truck.
I would if I was towing. Heck, the thing has like four different oil coolers.
0W-20 is becoming the new 5W-30. Popped the hood on a Yukon the other day with the 5.3L...0W-20.
Quote from: giant_mtb on August 02, 2023, 08:08:45 AM0W-20 is becoming the new 5W-30. Popped the hood on a Yukon the other day with the 5.3L...0W-20.
But now they are starting to use 0W-16. Can it get lower than zero? Maybe.
Just add PTFE to every engine component and skip the oil entirely.
Quote from: CaminoRacer on August 02, 2023, 02:48:42 PMJust add PTFE to every engine component and skip the oil entirely.
Frictionless engines are the future of internal combustion. :lol:
We're getting close to our sixth fillup on Mav. ;) Broke 3k miles today. Tank is "13.8" gallons.............
Quote from: AutobahnSHO on August 02, 2023, 06:48:41 PMWe're getting close to our sixth fillup on Mav. ;) Broke 3k miles today. Tank is "13.8" gallons.............
So roughly 50 mpg.
Quote from: FoMoJo on August 02, 2023, 07:58:04 PMSo roughly 50 mpg.
More like 40ish, we don't go till empty.
EPA originally (2022) rated the truck 42mpg city but (2023) revised to 40mpg City.
(33mpg highway)
15.5 MPG with ecodick engaged.
TUNDRA needs a new cat-back exhaust. The flanges are starting to leak, as expected. I knew this would happen before I bought it.
I want this one. Not sure if have enough $$$.
https://gibsonperformance.com/i-22730972-07-21-toytoa-tundra-4-6l-5-7l-dual-sport-exhaust-stainless.html
Some people pay lots of money for an exhaust bypass
Quote from: r0tor on August 06, 2023, 05:36:00 PMSome people pay lots of money for an exhaust bypass
I like my peace and quiet. Maybe I'll just stop by ye olde shop and sleeve the flanges. The muffler is still okay.
16.8 MPG on this 275 mile tank. Getting better. Trying to limit highway speeds to 70 max. More ecodick coasting.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on August 24, 2023, 02:53:15 PM16.8 MPG on this 275 mile tank. Getting better. Trying to limit highway speeds to 70 max. More ecodick coasting.
well at least you can tow more... :thumbsup:
Quote from: AutobahnSHO on August 24, 2023, 06:33:01 PMwell at least you can tow more... :thumbsup:
I have nothing to tow
Imma hafta do something with this exhaust pretty soon.
It will either be a cheap OE style replacement muffler, or a Spintech 8000 series, dual 2.5" inlets, single 3.5" outlet. It's a difference of $100 and slightly more fabrication.
I might need new tires this winter. I'm thinking of ditching the racetruck 275/65R18 and going with 255/70R18. They are significantly cheaper, just think that I could hit 17 MPG!
Nitto Crosstek2 P255/70R18 112T, $168
Nitto Crosstek2 275/65R18 116T, $236
IDGAF about the load rating. TUNDRA hauls ass, and nothing else.
I'm having second thoughts about skinny tires, since this thing will fishtail under hard throttle and moderate steering input, despite the traction and stability control. Too much power.
Construction crew ripped up the pavement in front of my house yesterday. As soon as I pulled out of my driveway this morning...
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A flat head screw is the better option in that situation. Much less road noise.
Patchable at least. Or just grind it down flat :lol:
Quote from: RomanChariot on September 19, 2023, 09:05:51 AMA flat head screw is the better option in that situation. Much less road noise.
This thing is is just CLACK CLACK CLACK CLACK CLACK CLack
I should get some fix a flat and just keep on driving
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on September 19, 2023, 09:25:04 AMThis thing is is just CLACK CLACK CLACK CLACK CLACK CLack
Once you hit 140 or so it will become a droning noise...much less noticeable when that happens.
Quote from: Submariner2 on September 19, 2023, 06:33:28 PMOnce you hit 140 or so it will become a droning noise...much less noticeable when that happens.
Must remove speed limiter and find actual top speed...
I pulled the big metal bolt out of my hole and stuck a rubber plug in it. Then I filled it with sticky juice.
Sounds like a personal issue :lol:
tmi
It said for off road use only, so I used it in a garage.
Exhaust parts are ordered. 2-1/4" pipes from each bank into a high-flow Y-pipe to 3" Flowmaster FlowFX (a cheaper Magnaflow ripoff), with a dump ahead of the rear axle. Nothing fancy. Can't afford what I want, but this thing has three leaks and sounds like ass right now.
Done did the exhaust today. Only had to bend the left downpipe 70 degrees and another 70 the other way to meet the Y-pipe. Everything else went straight together. It's a little loud, but I'm not complaining for $120 in parts and three hours of work.
The Magnadrone is real. I need a hemgoltz resonator tuned to 150-200 Hz.
For shits, I got a Carvana quote.
$5398. No sale.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on November 10, 2023, 05:38:25 PMFor shits, I got a Carvana quote.
$5398. No sale.
They lowballed me on the Miata
Quote from: CaminoRacer on November 10, 2023, 07:32:26 PMThey lowballed me on the Miata
I think they have lowered their offers significantly since their stock tanked last year.
They are still quoting everyone more on their Mavericks than what we paid... :confused:
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on November 11, 2023, 04:20:27 AMI think they have lowered their offers significantly since their stock tanked last year.
Seems like it
Dang ol belt pulley squeakin when I crank er up in the morning, smd dag gun it at the same time I wip the morning dew off the winder and ma dang ol wiper blade fall apart, got rubba flappin all over n shit. Got dang two hunna dolla right there. Fuckin a.
Replaced the belt, tensioner, idler, and wiper blades. Truck is pretty happy now. Could still use a wash, but the silver doesn't show dirt.
TUNDRA
Had to put TUNDRA in 4WD to get up the driveway today. Total sheet of ice. The virtual LSD eventually did its job.
On this episode of Ice Driveway Truckers, the TUNDRA fails its first attempt and nearly slides sideways into the house. After backing straight into the middle of the highway, the second attempt was successful.
Tune in tomorrow for the next exciting episode of Ice Driveway Tundras.
I love this truck as a truck; it is truly great at being a truck. However, it is stupid for commuting 70+ miles/day. I can admit that I overreacted in purchasing it, but my commute was 2 miles at the time.
I owe a hair over $10K. Should I just keep it, or try to trade it? My credit is currently terrible due to taking a huge paycut for my current job. I swear every time I make a major purchase my life changes almost immediately after it, and it makes me regret it.
Just keep it.
TUNDRA is a noble steed. Take care of it and it will take care of you.
Yea.
Is gude trukk.
Maybe scootür in spring thhyme.
I understand the pain at the pump, though...70 miles a day in a Tundra ain't cheap.
Quote from: giant_mtb on January 21, 2024, 11:08:12 AMI understand the pain at the pump, though...70 miles a day in a Tundra ain't cheap.
$250/mo in gas, at least. If I was making a living wage, it wouldn't be a big deal.
I just ordered a Paradox muffler to put inline with the Magnadrone. It is a unique muffler that specifically targets the drone frequencies.
I broke one of the brackets on my side step becasue I'm a fatass. Should I just remove them, altogether? I use them because truck is too high for me to step in, but I can just get a stool.
I need these steps. The parking spots at work are so tight, that I have to fold in the mirrors to fit between the lines. Sometimes, I have to open the door onto the car next to me in order to sqeeze through, and I need the steps.
I just put $80 in the gas tank. I can't do this every week. Also, my left hip is really getting fucked up by climbing in and out of truck.
https://www.kiaofoldsaybrook.com/inventory/new-2023-kia-rio-5-door-s-front-wheel-drive-hatchback-3kpa25ad3pe623546/
Good lord, my insurance would go from $94/mo to $191/mo for Kia Rio, $221/mo for a Buick Envistia, $201/mo for a Mitsu-bushi Mirage, and $176 for a new Miata (replacing tundra). Nope. Even buying a beater 2002 Corolla would add $70/mo just to insure, not to mention the taxes and registration. This is why I can't do anything. Maybe a scooter.
It seems like all I can do at the moment is eco-mod TUNDRA. It currently seems to get 14-16 MPG no matter now I drive. Um... turbobator?
Hypermile it?
Drive like a grandma, keep it at 60 on the highway, coast as often as you can, etc. It can actually make a big difference.
Maybe steal some low rolling resistance tires from a Prius???
Quote from: Submariner2 on February 15, 2024, 06:56:59 PMHypermile it?
Drive like a grandma, keep it at 60 on the highway, coast as often as you can, etc. It can actually make a big difference.
Maybe steal some low rolling resistance tires from a Prius???
It will definitely need tires in a few months. I may go for a narrower size. Instead of 275/65R18, 255/70R18.
That decrease in width might actually help a lot. I took about a 10% hit on MPG when I went from 265/60R18 to 285/70R18.
Quote from: Submariner2 on February 15, 2024, 08:34:19 PMThat decrease in width might actually help a lot. I took about a 10% hit on MPG when I went from 265/60R18 to 285/70R18.
It's the standard tire size on lower trim levels, and the tires are way cheaper.